Trip to Siparia

Shops in Siparia Main Road

Siparia is a town in the south of Trinidad, which lies on a plateau and is about forty five minutes away from the city of San Fernando. This country town is the home of the La Divina Pastora or Supari Mai, a popular Saint adored by many faiths, who visit the R.C. Church on Good Friday to offer prays and offerings to the Saint. Hindus revere the Saint as Supari Mai and believe that she is Mother Kali, an aspect of Mother Durga whose complexion is dark like the Saint. One story goes, when the church was built, an indentured labourer had a vision of the Mother Kali and she told him that she would reside in the church. Many young women also pray to her for a suitable husband.

Iere High School is the first co-ed Presbyterian School in Trinidad. The present Prime Minister of Trinidad attended this high school which is nestled adjacent to the edge of the plateau. From Siparia, you can take a drive to Quinam Beach which is a popular beach for Trinis in the south, located on the southern coast of Trinidad. Its a popular spot for a beach lime. There are many shops and eating areas along the main street, including a KFC and Subway.

La Divina Pastora/Supari Mai

Iere High School Auditorium

Main Road Siparia